Tuesday, August 19, 2008

Pumpkin MuffinsOh. Yeah.

After my parking lot massacre of blueberry muffins, I made one more blueberry item. Now, it was time to make sure my muffin mojo wasn't gone.

I have been admiring the Pumpkin Muffins in Dorie Greenspan's book ever since I got it (page 13). Although I know the Tuesdays with Dorie group will eventually get to it (we are making one recipe each week - a project that will take years), I couldn't wait.

I misread the instructions and baked it at 350 degrees instead of 400 so the tops aren't as golden brown as they could be. The inside had a nice texture!

Walnuts and raisins are mixed into the batter and raw, unsalted sunflower seeds are placed on top before baking. I added some raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas) for an added crunch and well, yum!

Combining butter, sugars, canned pumpkin, buttermilk, and cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and allspice makes a yummy muffin! Even though it isn't fall, these are delicious all year round.

P.S. This message is to the TWD who wrote a special message to those with blog readers (duh duh duh - Law & Order theme): Couldn't find your email address, but I wanted to express my sympathies to you. I really, really feel bad for you. However, your post made me pee my pants I laughed so hard. You rock so I know you'll make it! (And what a remarkable use of technology that was!)

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These look like great muffins for breakie. A little jam, some hot tea. Hubby would love it if I made these. I have been scrolling down the rest of your page-a)your wedding cake/cupcake is amazing - I so want to learn how to make nice cupcakes this year. b) you have a great collection of serveware - I am a dish fanatic. Wonderful, wonderful.

I've just discovered your site...we have a lot in common! My husband and I (we live in LA) started our blog last March and I recently got a new camera to photograph things for the site (I also got a Canon Rebel and the same flash unit...aren't they great!?) After viewing some of your older posts, I could actually notice the difference in your food photography. Mine has definitely improved with the help of the new flash. Love the photo of these muffins. One of my kids said he'd actually consider trying one if I made them (and he doesn't like pumpkin). Keep up the good work!

Beautiful! I love TJ's, too. I've had a box of this sitting in my freezer since they first started carrying it. Now I have some inspiration to get me baking! I was thinking of making a savory tart (to take advantage of those heirloom tomatoes Whole Foods is still stocking). Hugs to TJ's for simplifying our baking lives!